Across the country, Americans are staying put. One-third of America is under lockdown, and the travel industry is quiet. There’s one outlier: Rural Airbnbs. Why are these properties still attracting renters?
Working from home: Best tech to get, part 2
If you’ve transitioned to working from home, you know the hurdles. It’s harder to keep in touch with coworkers, you’re probably feeling isolated and you don’t have the same resources you have access to at the office. There’s one tech upgrade that will make the transition easier, and it’s worth it if you’re home for the foreseeable future.
What it’s like to be an Uber driver during the COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is ravaging the economy and closing down businesses. In one week alone, a stunning 3.28 million people have filed for unemployment in the United States. Independent contractors and workers in the gig economy are among those hit the hardest. Kim talks to rideshare expert Sergio Avedian, Senior Contributor at TheRideshareGuy.com, about how dramatically decreased demand and more dangerous working conditions are impacting drivers.
Can you get coronavirus from Amazon and other deliveries?
Let’s cut to the chase: Delivered packages aren’t sterile. You need to take some precautions if you’re ordering from Amazon, Walmart or any other online shop. I’ll tell you exactly what I’m doing to keep germs out of my house.
Working from home? Turn off Alexa, Siri and your computer's camera
It’s no secret smart speakers are always listening. In fact, assistants like Alexa accidentally listen in nearly 20 times a day on average. If you’re now working from home, there’s a critical privacy step you need to take.
Working from home - Best tech to get right now, part 1
Working from home, with any hope of productivity, starts with the right equipment. If your network isn’t set up for success, you won’t be either. Start with your router.
Bonus episode: Full hour of The Kim Komando Show
This week’s exclusive episode of Komando On Demand is a full hour of The Kim Komando national radio show. As if you don’t have enough to worry about, now trolls, scammers and other cybercrooks are trying to capitalize on the coronavirus pandemic. Find out how to avoid being taken. Plus, ISPs around the country are pledging to keep your internet service turned on, even if you can’t pay the bill.
Watch out for these coronavirus scams
Fake news isn’t all you need to worry about. Scammers and cybercriminals are using our collective fears against us. Think twice if you get any of these calls, and do not — under any circumstances — hand over your credit card info.
Is it safe to order online and touch your mail?
Can you get the coronavirus just from getting your mail or picking up a delivery? You can never be too careful. I’ll tell you the steps I’m taking right now to minimize exposure.
Coronavirus tech insights and how I'm doing my national radio show from home
The world feels like a different place right now. We’re working from home, distancing ourselves from others and staying glued to the news as the coronavirus spreads and developments unfold. Kim and Mike dive into the impact technology is having in the fight against the virus, and what we’re doing as a nation to stay safe, informed and sane. Plus, learn how the Komando team will pull off filming and broadcasting the national radio show right from Kim’s house this weekend.
Social media once again fails America with fake news
Real news can spread fast online. Fake news spreads even faster. There are so many hoaxes, rumors and flat out lies circulating right now. Don’t fall for this one that went out to millions of people.
What about the TV remote?
Wash your hands, wipe down your phone, clean your keyboard. Check, check, check. But we’re forgetting about arguably the dirtiest thing in our homes.
Internet providers promise to keep you connected - even if you can't pay your bill
Our reliance on the internet is stronger than ever as news of the coronavirus pandemic spreads. Internet service providers have stepped up to make sure no one loses their service during these trying times.
Online banking: Can you trust it?
Skip the lines at the bank and do your financial transactions from the comfort of your own home? No brainer, right? Well, not so fast. There’s no security guard standing watch over your online transactions, so you need to look out for yourself. Here’s how.
Should you cancel your hotel, Airbnb or Vrbo reservations?
There’s a lot that’s not known about the spread of the coronavirus right now, including how long the virus remains dangerous on household surfaces. That’s why you should think twice about keeping those rental reservations.
Why my staff and I are now working from home
News is changing by the minute, and there’s a lot of fear in the world right now. I’ve made the choice to send my staff home to work, for one very important reason. Whether or not you’re in an office, there’s a step you should take to protect yourself as the coronavirus spreads.
81-year-old TikTok star - Gamer who earns $12K a month
Stephen Austin isn’t your typical TikTok star. To start, he’s 81 years old. But that’s a big part of what has made “Old Man Steve” such an endearing figure on the video platform. He and Kim chat about how he became the internet’s grandpa. Plus, Kim interviews a gamer who makes $12,000 a month streaming through Twitch. All that and more on this episode of Komando On Demand.
You can't trust everything you hear
Cybersecurity 101: Don’t click links from an email sender you don’t trust. Stop downloading attachments that seem fishy. Double check website URLs before you enter info. Here’s a new one to add to the list: Think twice before you act on a phone call. Voice cloning is easier than you think to pull off, and it could cost you.
Wash your hands - but what about your smartphone and keyboard?
Wash, rinse, repeat. You can clean your hands to keep germs at bay, but what happens when you touch your electronics? You’re dirty all over again. I’ll tell you what to do for every keyboard and screen you use each day.
Spotting fake COVID-19 cures and price gouging
The internet is awash in so-called cures for coronavirus. Not so fast. There is no cure. I’ve got the scoop on what you really can trust online — and the proven ways to stay healthy as the virus spreads.